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In view of the current food crisis, it is said, that we need another green revolution. Highlight the major limitations of the earlier green revolution.

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Introduction to the Green Revolution:** The Green Revolution refers to a period of agricultural transformation that began in the 1960s, characterized by the introduction of high-yielding varieties (HYVs) of crops, increased use of fertilizers, pesticides, and improved irrigation techniques. While it significantly increased food production, it also had several limitations. 2. **Limitation 1: Inadequate Food Supply for Growing Population** One major limitation of the earlier Green Revolution was that, despite tripling food production, it was still insufficient to meet the needs of the rapidly growing human population. This indicates that the increase in food production did not adequately address food security for all. ...
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